AOS 1 DP 1 Flashcards
What is the role of individuals, laws, and the legal system?
To achieve social cohesion and protect the rights of individuals.
Define social cohesion.
Willingness of members of a society to cooperate with each other in order to survive and prosper.
List the five core areas for measuring social cohesion.
- A sense of belonging
- A sense of worth
- Social justice and equity
- Political participation
- Acceptance (or rejection)
What are some individual rights?
- Freedom of speech
- Freedom of religion
- Right to vote
- Right to silence
- Right to education
What are the guidelines set by laws?
Guidelines on what is acceptable behavior and what is not.
True or False: Laws apply to everyone regardless of their position in society.
True.
What does the rule of law imply?
Everyone in society is bound by and must abide by the law.
How do laws protect individual rights?
By setting out expectations for behavior and resolving disputes.
What is the responsibility of individuals regarding laws?
To ensure that they are aware of the laws and abide by them.
How can individuals assist in achieving social cohesion?
By respecting human rights and helping police with investigations.
What is the legal system?
A set of methods and institutions which makes, administers, and enforces the law.
Name the types of courts in the legal system.
- Magistrates’ Court
- County Court
- Supreme Court
- Court of Appeal
- High Court
What role do enforcement bodies play in the legal system?
They apply and enforce the law to help achieve social cohesion and protect rights.
Fill in the blank: The legal system helps protect individual rights when a ______ arises.
[dispute]
What happens if a system of laws is not enforced?
There would be no consequences if an individual breached the law.
Explain the importance of social cohesion.
It ensures that members of society are unified and can work together to reach harmony.
What is expected from individuals regarding human rights?
To respect human rights and not act contrary to those rights.
Why do laws set boundaries for behavior?
To uphold social order and expectations about acceptable behavior.
What is a fundamental role of laws in society?
To achieve social cohesion.
What are the consequences of breaching the law?
Imposing a sanction or awarding a remedy.
What should laws be like to ensure compliance?
Fair and clear.
